D Rod I’m just like you I commuted from DFW-SEA once a week on the Big Jet Aircraft. Had my Walkman plug into their albums the entire trip. Time flew by and I always thought I was so lucky to be hearing such a great toon to take my mind away from the four hours ahead of me. Thanks for the reminder. We are so lucky Mark is such a artist.
Today May 5th 2023 I was reading the introduction to a book titled NORTH CAROLINA SLAVE NARRATIVES (William Andrews) that mentioned this Mason Dixon line. Looking up the history of this historical line led me to this beautifully remarkable song “Sailing to Philadelphia” by Mark Knopfler. Wow! Music. Lyrics. Can’t wait to hear his other songs.
Why does this song always choke me up. The power of a musical master. His voice is as convincing as his guitar and lyrics. My ancestor sailed from Northumbria in 1677 to Delaware.
Wish they taught history in chronological order.... The lessons are there if we are willing to open our heart. Peace be with you minstrel Thank you for beautiful
Precision. Everything precision. Always genius! I've been a Mark fan from the first note of Sultans back in 1978. Just heard an interview by Tim O'brien, who played with him for a short stint back in the 2000's. Said they rehearsed 6 days a week for 3 weeks before going out on the road, with Mark paying attention to every detail including the lights.
This is such a gorgeous song. I’m directly related to one of the fellows this song is about, waaaayyy up there on one of the higher branches of my family tree -- so, it almost goes without saying that I pop on this song now and again whenever I find myself driving alone through Pennsylvania. Whether we realize it or not, all of us have sailed to Philadelphia in our own ways, and in whatever multitudes of forms this sentiment may take; whether via our hearts, our ancestors, or directly. Mark Knopfler is a treasure.
A wonderful variation of this great song. Thanks for this song, thanks for all of your songs, Mark. Part of my life since I've heard your songs first time in 1984, aged 15!
Que Shoow! Sua sensibilidade ,inteligência e talento faz toda diferença. Grandioso Mark. Obrigada maestro por tão lindas composições e por seus grandes feitos. Parabéns. Bravoo. ❤ 🎶 🎸 🎸 ❤ 👏
Just spine-tinglingly good. Nothing less than a genius of the guitar and realises perhaps more than any other that using it to tastefully embellish good storytelling is worth so much more than pure fretboard wanking.
While I really enjoy this song, Ive gotten use to the version on Telegraph Road with James Taylor. I get into a good sing along session but when he does the storytelling aspect, I'm just lost. LOL. What in the world do I do with this?
I have had a 40 yr fascination with this brilliant man. From listening on my walkman on long bus rides home from college to this moment.
Such an amazing musician… I feel the same thing! What a nice comment D Rod!!
D Rod I’m just like you I commuted from DFW-SEA once a week on the Big Jet Aircraft. Had my Walkman plug into their albums the entire trip. Time flew by and I always thought I was so lucky to be hearing such a great toon to take my mind away from the four hours ahead of me. Thanks for the reminder. We are so lucky Mark is such a artist.
Today May 5th 2023 I was reading the introduction to a book titled NORTH CAROLINA SLAVE NARRATIVES (William Andrews) that mentioned this Mason Dixon line. Looking up the history of this historical line led me to this beautifully remarkable song “Sailing to Philadelphia” by Mark Knopfler. Wow! Music. Lyrics. Can’t wait to hear his other songs.
What can one say about this man which hasn't been said before, absolute perfection in song writing and guitar playing. Thank you Mark Knopfler
This is how all history should be taught.
I agree!
Take a listen to:
1894 - Lighthouse
Acadian Driftwood - The Band
Monster - Steppenwolf!
And geography '-)
In my opinion one of the best songs ever written.
My Mother Used to love This Song..Now She is Gone..I Love You Mom !!! 🇩🇪
Why does this song always choke me up. The power of a musical master. His voice is as convincing as his guitar and lyrics. My ancestor sailed from Northumbria in 1677 to Delaware.
rest in power to the lenape people
Not so many people are enough sensitive to understand and enjoy this bril Gem by Mark F. Knopfler ❤
But many people do
Wish they taught history in chronological order....
The lessons are there if we are willing to open our heart.
Peace be with you minstrel
Thank you for beautiful
A Geordie boy right here, proud as punch and full ⭐
Precision. Everything precision. Always genius! I've been a Mark fan from the first note of Sultans back in 1978. Just heard an interview by Tim O'brien, who played with him for a short stint back in the 2000's. Said they rehearsed 6 days a week for 3 weeks before going out on the road, with Mark paying attention to every detail including the lights.
Was 21 when DS made their 1st LP and still amazed after all these years....Mark is à True gifted musical genius .
He and his guitar are a true symbiosis.
Today is my birthday and all I want is to see mark live once in my life
Imagine creating such a piece of music.
Für mich einer der schönsten Songs
This is such a gorgeous song. I’m directly related to one of the fellows this song is about, waaaayyy up there on one of the higher branches of my family tree -- so, it almost goes without saying that I pop on this song now and again whenever I find myself driving alone through Pennsylvania. Whether we realize it or not, all of us have sailed to Philadelphia in our own ways, and in whatever multitudes of forms this sentiment may take; whether via our hearts, our ancestors, or directly. Mark Knopfler is a treasure.
Indeed, thank you for sharing with such a thoughtful comment Treasure, indeed.
What a beautiful homage to the treasure that is Mark Knopfler!
Indeed, a beautiful personal story 🤎
Wonderfull muscian, what a range of songs, loved all of his music since i was young, now 62
If I was in this audience, I would be just cryin right now ❣
The flute on this performance was a whole nother dimension.
John McCusker
As this fine musician gets older he just gets better
The lyrics on this song are superb - very clever writing which perfectly evokes the story. Just brilliant.
Sitting in Balangkayan Philippines drinking red horse listing to the fabulous song. I am also from Philly. It’s a small world.
What a story teller !
Adoro Mark e tutti i suoi capolavori che ha scritto e suonato con la sua magica chitarra da lui magistralmente pizzicata
Gorgeous, gorgeous song
I have listen to him since the straits days when i Went to kindergarden in the early-mid 80's.My Guitarhero ❤🎸
Great melody by the musical genius. Listening to him for more than 20 years
Sempre espetacular. MARK KNOPFLER, my idol, my celebrat, my world, my Life today and forever ❤❤❤🎉
Glenn Worf is a monster on the bass. Puts on a clinic seemingly every song. This band is so amazing. Can't get enough
McGoldrick on pipes adds so much émotion in the end...
That wistle sounds great.
Una delle canzoni più belle di sempre❤
Une version de sagesse ❤❤❤
Well done gentlemen, again Mr Knopfler you and your friend have place a smile on my face and as I get older that becomes a much harder task.
A wonderful variation of this great song. Thanks for this song, thanks for all of your songs, Mark. Part of my life since I've heard your songs first time in 1984, aged 15!
No words to say just pure melody from a musical genius
Mark in a class and world by himself. Golden sunshine🎸🎸🎸🎸😁👍😎
I play this on the plane everytime i fly to America !
Powerfull Guitar Work the best😊
First time I saw and heard him, was the Old grey whistle test, way back. I haven't stopped listening since then. Unique.
Magnifique 😍
Could listen for hours....
That's exactly what goes trough my head everytime i listen to that wonderful song!!
Brilliant. So happy I saw him in 2019.
me too
@@michaelfaragher5324 me too, in Milan!
In Atlanta with my boys!
One of the best videos I’ve seen of this 2019 tour. Brillant !!!!!!
Pure magic
Beuutifull saxx and all of them exeptional as a lways i prasie the ground thay walk on!!
Terrific tune this is
I Adore This Man!!!🎸🎶💕
Sublime music, and a lesson in History.
Return to Sender’ Thanks Mark, with Paris with Love !!!
Very nice song.
master craftsman.
Que Shoow! Sua sensibilidade ,inteligência e talento faz toda diferença. Grandioso Mark. Obrigada maestro por tão lindas composições e por seus grandes feitos. Parabéns. Bravoo. ❤ 🎶 🎸 🎸 ❤ 👏
Legend.
just...beautiful!
1.22 breaks all the rules...❣️❣️
This song is perfectly executed by the band and conducted by MK
God, what a sweet song!!! 🎶❤🎶
Me encanta este cantante es un lujo escucharlo
What a beautiful story for a beautiful song
Mark è magia allo stato puro
I love this number ❤
💃INESQUECÍVEL, INCONFUNDIVEL... MELHOR MÚSICO DO PLANETA É MARK ❤🇧🇷MEU AMOR POR VOCÊ SERÁ PARA SEMPRE...
Viva o mestre!!
Just spine-tinglingly good. Nothing less than a genius of the guitar and realises perhaps more than any other that using it to tastefully embellish good storytelling is worth so much more than pure fretboard wanking.
Wonderful
Magnifique
G.O.A.T ❤
The best baladist of our time
MERVEILLOUS !!! VERY HAPPY !!!
Legend
Magia😊
Lovely ……
SENSACIONAL!
Divino!❤
wow.
Great song!! We love you mark knopfler!!!❤❤❤❤
A minstrel who has yet to be knighted
Fera❤
Thank U for Sharing This, It's a Treasure!!! Who Plays the Low Whistle?
John Mccusker
While I really enjoy this song, Ive gotten use to the version on Telegraph Road with James Taylor. I get into a good sing along session but when he does the storytelling aspect, I'm just lost. LOL. What in the world do I do with this?
Danny should be singing the accompanying part here
🎶🎸🔥🧡👏👏👏🙋
Вроде в 20 лучший
nothing to say... 😌
Is Mark human afterall, did he miss note or two at 5:16😁
Yes, but also a alien....this happens for we think that all of us also can if we try...